Cover of the hearable edition of Why Mask, May I Ask?

Why Mask, May I Ask?

Tess wants to know why she needs to wear a mask

  • Audio-only book • Pure listening, no pictures, no words

About this book

Why Mask, May I Ask? is an easy readers book for children ages 3 to 7. Tess wants to know why she needs to wear a mask. Can she get an answer? It is an audio-only book, made for pure listening with no pictures and no words on screen.

Book details

Book typeHearable Book – Audio only. No pictures, no words on screen. Made for listening.
AuthorSippi S.
Ages5 to 7 years, also 3 to 5 years
GradeKindergarten
Reading levelLevel 2, Easy Readers
Length11 pages, 357 words
CategoriesHealth and Wellness, Story Time
Interactive featuresNo activity
LanguageEnglish

Where you can listen to this book

Reading and Math app: listen to it here, audio-only, no pictures, no words.

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Read Along App: audio-only listening, no pictures, no words.

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This edition has no quiz or activity.

Why read Why Mask, May I Ask? with your child

Stories like Why Mask, May I Ask? work best when they are shared. Read it aloud, let your child follow the words, and stop to talk about the characters and what they do. The Health and Wellness setting gives you plenty to discuss. Ask your child what they would do in the same situation. It is a simple way to turn reading time into conversation time, and to help your child think about the story.

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Inside the book

Why Mask, May I Ask? is an audio-only book about Health and Wellness. Tess wants to know why she needs to wear a mask. There are no pictures and no words on screen, so children listen and imagine the story for themselves.

Children gain a love of listening and a stronger imagination. Listen together, and talk about what you heard afterwards. It is a calm way to enjoy a story, especially at bedtime.

From the book: “She does not want to wear a mask.”

Frequently asked questions

What ages is this book for?

Ages 3 to 7 years, at Kindergarten and Level 2 (Easy Readers).

Is the book narrated?

Yes. It is a hearable book, so a natural human voice tells the story for pure listening. There are no pictures and no words on screen.

Which apps carry this book?

Both the Reading and Math app and the Read Along App.

How long is the book?

11 pages, 357 words

What will my child learn?

This book helps children learn about Health and Wellness, and builds vocabulary and a love of reading.

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